Men's T-Shirts

Wholesale Men's T-Shirts: Budget Basics to Premium Fashion Blanks

The men's t-shirt collection at Bulkthreads.com covers the full range of wholesale blank tees for custom decoration, from budget cotton and 50/50 blends for high-volume runs to soft, retail-quality fashion blanks for merch and lifestyle programs. Brands include Gildan, Bella+Canvas, Next Level, Jerzees, and Comfort Colors, with automatic volume discounts applied at checkout.

Budget Cotton and Blend Tees: Gildan and Jerzees

For high-volume programs where cost-per-unit is the priority, the Gildan G500 Adult Heavy Cotton T-Shirt is one of the more widely ordered blanks in the wholesale market. It uses 5.3 oz. 100% carded open-end cotton in a classic-fit jersey knit, available in roughly 70 colors. The open-end yarn is coarser than ring-spun but produces a flat, ink-friendly print surface that's well suited to high-volume plastisol runs. For buyers who want a noticeably softer hand feel at a slightly higher price, the Gildan G640 Softstyle is a 4.5 oz. ring-spun cotton tee, also available in a basic colors assortment. For 50/50 poly-cotton blends that resist shrinking better than straight cotton, the Gildan G800 DryBlend, available in basic and traditional color assortments, and the Jerzees 29M Dri-Power Active Tee are both practical options for athletic and active-use programs. For a long-sleeve 50/50 option, the Gildan G840 DryBlend Long Sleeve adds moisture management to a lightweight construction well suited for cooler-weather event tees.

Premium and Fashion Blanks: Bella+Canvas and Next Level

For programs where fabric feel and fit matter as much as price, the Bella+Canvas 3001C Unisex Jersey T-Shirt is one of the more widely ordered fashion blanks in the wholesale market. Its 4.2 oz. Airlume combed and ring-spun cotton produces a soft hand feel and a retail-quality fit that works well across screen printing, DTG, and DTF. It's available across an extensive color range split between standard and extended color assortments. The Next Level 6210 Unisex CVC T-Shirt is a strong alternative at a lower price point. Its cotton-forward CVC (chief value cotton) blend produces a heathered appearance and a notably soft hand feel that works particularly well for vintage-style and lifestyle graphics. For buyers who want 100% ring-spun cotton in the Next Level line, the Next Level 3600 Unisex Cotton Tee is a refined, lightweight option at a competitive price. The Next Level 6410 Men's Sueded Crew adds a brushed, sueded finish for programs that want a distinctly soft texture with a more premium hand feel.

Garment-Dyed: Comfort Colors 1717

For programs where a vintage, broken-in aesthetic is part of the design intent, the Comfort Colors 1717 Heavyweight T-Shirt occupies its own niche. It's a 6.1 oz. 100% ring-spun cotton blank that's individually garment-dyed after construction, producing subtle color variation and a soft, worn-in texture straight out of the bag. It's a practical choice for lifestyle brands, boutique decoration programs, and retail merch where the garment itself is part of the brand story.

All styles ship with automatic volume discounts applied at checkout, typically arrive in 1 to 3 business days, and come with free returns on every order. Browse related collections: All T-Shirts, Unisex Apparel, Long-Sleeve Tees, and Big and Tall.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cheapest wholesale men's t-shirt available?

The Gildan G500 Adult Heavy Cotton T-Shirt is consistently one of the lower-priced name-brand men's blanks in the wholesale market, with automatic volume discounts further reducing the per-unit price at checkout. It's a practical choice for high-volume runs, giveaway programs, and any application where cost-per-unit is the primary concern.

What is the best wholesale men's t-shirt for screen printing?

The Gildan G500 is one of the more commonly used blanks for high-volume screen printing. Its 5.3 oz. carded open-end cotton takes ink consistently, holds up well through repeated washing, and prints cleanly with standard plastisol inks at a price point that makes large runs practical. For programs where a softer feel or retail-quality result matters, the Bella+Canvas 3001C is a strong step up using Airlume combed and ring-spun cotton that prints cleanly across plastisol, water-based, and DTG inks.

What is the difference between the Gildan G500 and G640?

The G500 is a 5.3 oz. carded open-end cotton tee built for durability and consistent print results, the practical choice for high-volume runs where cost-per-unit is the priority. The G640 Softstyle is lighter at 4.5 oz. and uses ring-spun cotton, which produces a finer, smoother yarn and a noticeably softer hand feel. For programs where the end customer will be wearing the shirt regularly, the G640 is worth the small price difference. For large decoration runs where fabric feel is less of a concern, the G500 is the more common choice.

What is the best wholesale men's t-shirt for retail-style merch?

The Bella+Canvas 3001C is one of the more widely used men's blanks for retail-style merch. Its Airlume combed and ring-spun cotton and modern unisex fit produce a finished product that feels premium to the end wearer. The Next Level 6210 Unisex CVC T-Shirt is a practical alternative at a lower price point, with a cotton-forward CVC blend that produces a subtle heathered appearance and works particularly well for vintage and lifestyle aesthetics.

What is the difference between a 100% cotton tee and a 50/50 blend for decoration?

100% cotton tees are breathable and produce clean print results, but tend to shrink more through washing and wrinkle more easily than blends. A 50/50 cotton-poly blend like the Gildan G800 or Jerzees 29M offers better shape retention, wrinkle resistance, and moisture management, which makes them a more practical choice for active use or programs where the garment will be washed frequently. For DTG printing specifically, 100% cotton is generally preferred since cotton absorbs water-based inks more effectively than poly blends.

What is the difference between carded open-end cotton and ring-spun cotton?

Carded open-end cotton is spun faster and less precisely, producing a coarser, slightly rougher yarn. It's less expensive to produce, which is why it shows up in budget blanks like the Gildan G500. Ring-spun cotton takes more time to produce but results in a finer, softer yarn with a smoother surface, found in tees like the Gildan G640, Bella+Canvas 3001C, Next Level 3600, and Comfort Colors 1717. For high-volume runs where cost is the priority, open-end blanks are a practical choice. For programs where fabric feel or print clarity matters to the end customer, ring-spun is the more reliable substrate.

Do wholesale men's t-shirts at Bulkthreads come with volume discounts?

Yes. Automatic volume discounts are applied at checkout across the men's t-shirt collection, with no codes required. The per-unit price decreases as order size grows, all styles typically arrive in 1 to 3 business days, and returns are free on every order.